Fudge vs. Corn syrup — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are fudge and corn syrup different?
- Fudge has more copper, iron, manganese, zinc, phosphorus, fiber, magnesium, and vitamin B2 than corn syrup.
- Daily need coverage for saturated fat for fudge is 32% higher.
- Corn syrup has less saturated fat.
- Fudge has a lower glycemic index (49) than corn syrup (90).
Candies, fudge, chocolate, prepared-from-recipe and Syrups, corn, dark are the varieties used in this article.
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Mineral Comparison
Mineral comparison score is based on the number of minerals by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +350% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +172.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +204.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +378.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +520.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +2675% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +545.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -71% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +322% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +16% |
Vitamin Comparison
Vitamin comparison score is based on the number of vitamins by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +136.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +844.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +780% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +508.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +33.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +33% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.39 g
Fats:
10.41 g
Carbs:
76.44 g
Water:
9.81 g
Other:
0.95 g
Protein:
0 g
Fats:
0 g
Carbs:
77.59 g
Water:
22.01 g
Other:
0.4 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +∞% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +∞% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +137.5% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +124.4% |
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Carbs
~77.59g
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 0.329mg | 0.053mg | 31% |
| Saturated fat | 6.448g | 0g | 29% |
| Iron | 1.77mg | 0.37mg | 18% |
| Fats | 10.41g | 0g | 16% |
| Manganese | 0.422mg | 0.1mg | 14% |
| Zinc | 1.11mg | 0.04mg | 10% |
| Phosphorus | 71mg | 11mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 1.7g | 0g | 7% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.943g | 0g | 7% |
| Magnesium | 36mg | 8mg | 7% |
| Calories | 411kcal | 286kcal | 6% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.085mg | 0.009mg | 6% |
| Cholesterol | 14mg | 0mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 45mg | 155mg | 5% |
| Vitamin A | 44µg | 0µg | 5% |
| Protein | 2.39g | 0g | 5% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.09µg | 0µg | 4% |
| Potassium | 134mg | 44mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 49mg | 18mg | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.373g | 0g | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.14mg | 0.023mg | 2% |
| Caffeine | 8mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.176mg | 0.02mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.026mg | 0.011mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 2.5µg | 2.9µg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.4µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Folate | 4µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Choline | 10mg | 13.3mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.18mg | 0mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 76.44g | 77.59g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 74.74g | 77.59g | N/A |
| Sugar | 73.12g | 77.59g | N/A |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.012mg | 0.009mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.165g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?
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Vitamins & Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
The summary scores indicate the extent to which this food can fulfill your daily vitamin and mineral requirements if you consume 3 servings, consisting of 100 grams of each (an approximation of 3 serving sizes).
Vitamins Daily Need Coverage Score
6%
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
36%
10%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Fudge is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.47g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Fudge contains less Sodium (difference - 110mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Fudge is lower in glycemic index (difference - 41)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Fudge is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Fudge is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Corn syrup is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 14mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Corn syrup is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 6.448g)
Which food is cheaper?
Corn syrup is cheaper (difference - $0.2)